The city’s latest efforts to promote safe drinking will focus on how bingeing affects New Yorkers as a whole.
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Politics
Push to get tourists to venture into NYC neighborhoods pays off
The city’s Neighborhood x Neighborhood campaign not only works but it’s creating huge boons for the outer boroughs.
City thinks outside the box to engage New Yorkers on social media
The city’s various agencies are taking to social media and they say their hard work is paying off.
Big soda ban is thrown out by NYS’s highest court
The city’s fight to keep soda ban fizzled for the final time.
Spike Lee, Brooklyn leaders announce party to celebrate ‘Do the Right Thing’ anniversary
The Brooklyn director’s hit will be coming home for a big bash.
Rent Guidelines Board votes for 1% hike on one-year leases
The city’s rent stabilized apartments will not see a rent freeze despite calls from tenants and the mayor.
Joe Bruno reflects on decade as city’s OEM commissioner
The outgoing emergency management chief said he’s proud of the progress the agency made during some trying times.
Schumer and Boxer settle Stanley Cup bet
Sen. Charles Schumer is a man of his word when it comes to bets on the Rangers.
Student loan debt crisis hits New Yorkers hard
New York may have some of the best college and graduate programs in the nation, but students who attend those schools suffer long term challenges. Experts say this problem is getting worse and will destroy the quality of life for the entire city.
Clinton book tour a key start to possible White House run: Expert
If Hillary Clinton were to take another shot at the White House, her book tour is a good way to start get her message out there, according to a political strategist.
Transporation advocates push for lower speed limit
The lock is ticking for the state to consider a bill that would lower the speed limit and advocates say Albany shouldn’t hesitate.
De Blasio, LA Mayor make a Stanley Cup bet
The Rangers and the Kings have a lot riding on this year’s Stanley Cup finals, including the pride of their home leaders.
Soda ban appeal final hearing set for Wednesday in Albany
The city will make its final stand to make Mayor Bloomberg’s soda ban a reality.
Obama to move to NYC? Experts weigh in.
The idea of Barack Obama calling New York home isn’t too far fetched according to political and real estate experts.
Income inequality in New York getting worse, according to survey
The divide between New York’s rich and poor is going up and hurting the overall quality of life, according to a new report.
Stringer: NYC’s economy performed well during harsh winter
Old man winter didn’t cause a dent in the city that never sleeps, according to a new report.
Brooklyn leads the city in job growth: Report
Brooklyn’s economy is the center for a lot of activity that’s boosting the city’s commerce and popularity.
9/11 families furious over museum party, planned cafe
The families of 9/11 victims are furious over some of the museum’s features such as its future cafe.
Clinton, Samuelsson announce Harlem food festival
Harlem’s hip restaurants will be getting the spotlight next year with a huge festival.
John Liu to challenge Tony Avella for Queens state senate race
The former comptroller received the nod from the Queens Democrats for his Albany bid.